DHS reform reduces intake thresholds and lifts supervisor reviews
DHS analyzed intake and case review processes after high profile foster cases. Intake staff now verify only required information and supervisors review rejected cases to enforce policy. The changes come amid rising reports, higher acceptance rates, and staffing turnover affecting 182 social workers and 336 foster-care specialists in Town.
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Oversight Role in Iowa Foster Care Decisions
Iowa DHS faces multi level scrutiny from local to federal eyes in child welfare rulings. Judges and court advocates decide removals, placements, and termination of parental rights based on social work recommendations. Minot emphasizes court limits and that protection depends on all involved parties' alertness and action.
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